It is our holy land, and we, the guests

Of passion, brand all other hosts as base.

The bees have led us to their treasure-chests,

A foxglove-sceptre and an hyacinth-mace,

The meadow's fleeting broidery and lace.

Their heaven like ours is nigh to vulgar jests.

A blossom's goal and glory is to grace

The little space between a woman's breasts.

Prince, be content and choose your resting-place,

Ere we be all forgotten with our quests,